Best Of Vietnam

Best Of Vietnam

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Best Of Vietnam

10 Days Starting in Saigon, Vietnam and ending in Hanoi, Vietnam

Visiting: Saigon, Mekong Delta, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, Halong Bay

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 6

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, History

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion, Sightseeing, Walking

From: $1942

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Vietnam with the "Best Of Vietnam" tour. Experience the historical Cu Chi Tunnels, explore the lush Mekong Delta, and wander the charming streets of Hoian. Savor local delicacies on a food tour in Hue, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Hanoi. Enjoy a leisurely cruise in the stunning Ha Long Bay, one of the world's new seven wonders. This tour includes 8 nights in superior hotels, 1 night on a superior vessel, daily breakfast, special meals, airport transfers, and guided tours in air-conditioned vehicles. Discover Vietnam's rich culture, history, and natural beauty on this comprehensive adventure.

Highlights

  • Experience being in Cu Chi Tunnels like Vietnamese soldiers did during the Vietnam War

  • Discover the vast maze of rivers at the Mekong Delta, also known as the Rice Bowl of Vietnam

  • Stroll along the narrow streets at the well-preserved Hoian ancient town

  • Hop on a food tour in Hue and enjoy the local delicacies like Beef Vermicelli Soup

  • See the colonial splendors and experience the bustling vibrant atmosphere of Hanoi

  • Take a leisure cruise in Ha Long Bay – one of the world's new seven wonders

Itinerary

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Day 1: Saigon (Arrival)

Location: Saigon

Accommodation Name: hotel

Welcome to Saigon – Vietnam! Upon arrival, transfer from Tan Son Nhat airport to the center of Saigon then check-in at hotel. Leisure time to relax and get rid of jet lag.


Overnight in Saigon

Day 2: Saigon (B/L/-)

Location: Saigon

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

You will start the day with breakfast, followed by a city tour at the Reunification Palace, the witness of the fierce Vietnam War ended in 1975. The grand building today is a Museum and Hall of official receptions. Nearby the Palace are the colonial-styled Central Post Office and the Notre Dame Cathedral, built between 1877 and 1883 and one of the citys major landmarks. Our last stop this morning will be War Remnants Museum. Lunch will be served at local restaurant. In the afternoon, we drive overland to Cu Chi Tunnels, an incredible underground network constructed by Vietnamese guerrillas to protect the region against the American attacks during the Vietnam War. We can even crawl into a part inside the tunnel, visit their infirmary, and kitchen to discover how people had survived here. Back to your hotel later on.


Overnight in Saigon

Day 3: Saigon – Mekong Delta - Saigon (B/L/-)

Location: Mekong Delta

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning after breakfast, we leave Saigon for My Tho, in the heart of the Mekong delta and visit the beautiful Vinh Trang pagoda on the way. Upon arrival, we will take a leisurely boat ride along the river and view the stilt houses, fruit plantations and fishing villages along the river bank. Proceed to Tortoise islet, and have lunch in the orchard garden. Then a boat ride to An Khanh – a less touristy attraction in Ben Tre. Enjoy cruising on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of the water coconut trees along natural canals, then enjoy seasonal fruit& honey tea to the sound of \"Southern Vietnamese folk music,\" performed by locals. Visit a family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle, taste the delicious coconut candy & observe the pastoral life as you roam through the fruit plantation and village.


Overnight in Saigon

Day 4: Saigon – Danang (By Flight) – Hoi An (B/-/-)

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Post breakfast, morning transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Danang. Upon arrival, you will be picked up from Da Nang airport to your hotel in Hoi An to drop off your luggage. Together with our guide in Hoi An, well walk over the tile-roofed Japanese Bridge, visit taciturn Chinese Assembly Halls, visit ancient houses and Trading Houses, pagodas and stroll into the market located by Thu Bon river, where we may find out the same feelings of the artists, who see the rooftops of Hoi An a magical old world of Oriental feel and source of inspiration. There is also a wonderful town to shop for lanterns, soft silk, and raw silk, or get your clothes tailored within a day.


Overnight in Hoi An

Day 5: Hoi An (B/-/-)

Location: Hoi An

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. There will be nothing better than a day at leisure in the ancient town of Hoian to refresh yourself and chill out your recent impression of your visits to Vietnam.


Overnight in Hoi An

Day 6: Hoi An – Hue (B/-/-)

Location: Hue

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Once you have had your breakfast at the hotel, we will depart from Hoi An to Hue by deluxe minibus. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Hue to drop off your luggage. Being recognized by UNESCO as the 1st Cultural World Heritage for Vietnam, Hue is highlighted by the old royal architectural works and the most traditional Vietnamese lifestyle. This morning, we will discover the city's charm from the Royal Citadel, Forbidden City. Move on to the colorful Dong Ba market, where you can see many ingredients for making Hue local food and explore the local business life. The best way to explore a local culture is through its unique cuisine. Around noon, we shall embark on a special street food tour to discover the other side of Hue. Our journey starts with Sticky rice dumplings on a fried dumpling (Ram It) or Filtered tapioca dumplings (Banh Loc) to the well-known Hue beef vermicelli soup (Bun Bo Hue). The street food tour finishes at a small restaurant that serves Sweet soup (Che), a scrumptious local delicacy made of tapioca and various local ingredients. Or, if the sweet soup is not your style, a Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk awaits.


Overnight in Hue

Day 7: Hue – Hanoi (By Flight) (B/-/-)

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. At leisure till pick up at the airport for your onward flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Hanoi to drop off your luggage. This afternoon, we will have an overall view of the capital by walking tour in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, stopping at Ngoc Son Temple located on the Hoan Kiem Lake (the “Sword” Lake), and at Bach Ma Temple. Late afternoon we will enjoy a unique show of Water Puppetry, a traditional stage art of Northern Vietnam. Before returning to the hotel, enjoy a relaxing 30-minute foot massage at a local Spa.




Overnight in Hanoi

Day 8: Hanoi – Halong Bay (B/L-D)

Location: Halong Bay

Accommodation Name: vessel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up early and run to a lake close to your hotel to see how people in Hanoi spend their mornings. You can join an exciting scene of hundreds of locals, passionately attentive in their morning exercises of Tai Chi Quan, jogging, martial arts, classical dance and so on. After breakfast at the hotel, we will head to Halong Bay, a Natural World Heritage designated by UNESCO since 1994, and check in our overnight boat. Enjoy a trip to Halong with stops to visit caves or swim and enjoy the sunset on the sea. Dinner with fresh seafood.


Overnight onboard.

Day 9: Halong Bay – Lan Ha Bay - Hanoi (B/-/-)

Location: Hanoi

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning wake up with a taichi-quan or yoga exercise guided by the crew before having breakfast whilst your boat goes on between Halong islets. Return to the Wharf to be back to Hanoi by shuttle bus at midday. Arrive in the city around 3-4 pm.


Overnight in Hanoi.

Day 10: Hanoi (Departure) (B/-/-)

Location: Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, free at leisure for relax or shopping (your own arrangement) before transferring to the airport for your onwards flight back home

What's Included

  • 08 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

    Stay in comfortable, superior hotels for 8 nights on a twin-sharing basis.

  • 01 Night accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior vessel or similar

    Enjoy a night on a superior vessel with twin-sharing accommodation.

  • Daily Buffer Breakfast

    Start each day with a buffet breakfast.

  • 03 Meals (brunch, lunch and dinner) on board cruise

    Enjoy three meals (brunch, lunch, and dinner) while on the cruise.

  • 02 Special Lunches at local restaurants

    Savor two special lunches at local restaurants.

  • 01 Dinner during food tour

    Experience a dinner during the food tour.

  • All Arrival and departure airport transfers

    Transfers to and from the airport upon arrival and departure are included.

  • All Transportation in AC modern vehicles

    Travel in air-conditioned modern vehicles throughout the tour.

  • Services of English-speaking guide during the tours

    Benefit from the services of an English-speaking guide during the tours.

  • All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary

    All sightseeing activities mentioned in the detailed itinerary are included.

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What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities

    Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.

  • Visa fees

    Visa fees are not included and must be arranged separately.

  • Arrival and Departure transfer for Land Only passengers

    Transfers for passengers who book land-only packages are not included.

  • All items not mentioned as included

    Any items or services not specifically mentioned as included are excluded.

Mode of Transport

All transportation is provided in modern, air-conditioned vehicles. Domestic flights between Saigon, Danang, Hue, and Hanoi are included, along with all arrival and departure airport transfers.

Accommodation

Enjoy 8 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, and 1 night on a superior vessel. Daily buffet breakfast, 3 meals on board the cruise, and special lunches and dinners are included.

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  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, and 1 night of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at a listed superior vessel or similar.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes daily buffet breakfast, 3 meals (brunch, lunch, and dinner) on board the cruise, 2 special lunches at local restaurants, and 1 dinner during the food tour.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    All transportation during the tour is provided in air-conditioned modern vehicles. Additionally, all arrival and departure airport transfers are included.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the services of an English-speaking guide are provided during the tours.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?

    Yes, all entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary are included in the tour package.

  • What activities are included in the Mekong Delta visit?

    In the Mekong Delta, you will take a leisurely boat ride along the river, visit stilt houses, fruit plantations, and fishing villages, enjoy a boat ride to Tortoise islet, and cruise on a hand-rowed sampan under the shadow of water coconut trees. You will also enjoy seasonal fruit and honey tea while listening to Southern Vietnamese folk music, visit a family business, taste coconut candy, and observe the pastoral life.

  • What can I expect during the visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels?

    During the visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, you can crawl into a part of the tunnel, visit the infirmary and kitchen, and discover how people survived there during the Vietnam War.

  • What is included in the street food tour in Hue?

    The street food tour in Hue includes tasting Sticky rice dumplings on a fried dumpling (Ram It) or Filtered tapioca dumplings (Banh Loc), Hue beef vermicelli soup (Bun Bo Hue), and Sweet soup (Che) or Vietnamese coffee with condensed milk.

  • What activities are included in the Hanoi visit?

    In Hanoi, you will have a walking tour in the Old Quarter, visit Ngoc Son Temple and Bach Ma Temple, enjoy a Water Puppetry show, and have a 30-minute foot massage at a local spa.

  • What can I expect during the Halong Bay cruise?

    During the Halong Bay cruise, you will visit caves, swim, enjoy the sunset on the sea, and have dinner with fresh seafood. The next morning, you can participate in a Tai Chi or yoga exercise guided by the crew before having breakfast.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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The tour organized by Indus Travels ...

16-Dec-2022

The tour organized by Indus Travels was flawless. Hotels, tours, and transportation all impressed me. We had a very relaxing time knowing what was happening at each stage. The scenery and activities were fantastic and did not disappoint. The highlight of the trip was definitely Galapagos Islands.

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This is my fourth Indus...

20-Aug-2024

This is my fourth Indus trip coming up. I love the way the app works. I love the way the trips are organized and small groupings. I love the accommodations. I love the transportation it’s just top-notch service for individual traveler. I just completed my fourth trip with This and I have already signed up for my up-and-coming fifth trip with Indus travel. Once again, I have to say the service of this is absolutely top-notch service. I am so grateful to have this opportunity to travel and style and comfort. The organization of this is top-notch service from start to finish.. I have to say this sales management and associate team is absolutely amazing which basically allows me to continuously book my trips through end this. My travel life is to travel to as many countries as possible, and it will all be done through excellent job. I would like to give a special thanks to Rachel P. And Ravi., I have been involved with Rachel for the past five years and I will continue to travel within due to the fact that she makes this such a pleasant experience. Great job to her..

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07-Dec-2023

Booked Mystical Egypt tour with them visiting Cairo and a 03 Nights Cruise from Luxor to Aswan in May. All services were perfect since the time we arrived at the airport, we were met by a hospitable Indus Representative who helped us with the purchase of local SIM and currency exchange. He was always there in time to assist for transfers. The Amwaj Cruise which we took from Luxor to Aswan was a Gem. We had great guides and all sightseeing worked like a clockwork. We enjoyed visiting Karnak Temples, Temples of Edfu, Kom Ombo and the boat ride to see Phillae Temple. Evening entertainment on cruise were great and engaging. In Cairo and Aswan, we had ample leisure time to explore on own, the Pyramids were impressive and visiting Khan e Khalili was fun. Overall and impressive and enjoyable tour, Thanks to Indus Travels!

Dhruv R (Google Reviewer)  

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Olivia  

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16-Nov-2022

Indus Travels did an excellent job planning the trip to Italy. We were on Best of Italy in Oct 2022. The tour was 5 stars all the way. The hotel accommodations were comfortable and clean & guides were top-notch.

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We had an absolutely amazing...

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We had an absolutely amazing experience on our first ever river boat cruise. The itinerary and ports were incredible, the ship was beautiful, the food was great (especially Mario’s Grill), the excursions were excellent and the staff was lovely. We had such a memorable trip with our group and made lots of memories that will last a lifetime.

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We were looking for a...

07-Oct-2023

We were looking for a customized, small group tour. We took a chance on Indus without knowing much about the company. We just returned from our trip to Greece and are more than highly please and satisfied with our experience. They planned an amazing itinerary, booked amazing hotels, hired knowledgeable tour guides and arranged high quality transportation services. Everyone went above and beyond to please us. We are already planning a trip for next year (2024) and will definitely use Indus to do so.

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  • Low Deposit

    Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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